Posted on 09 Apr 2025

Our Favorite Reading Nooks

Once Upon a Nook...

Some places just beg you to slow down. A window seat soaked in natural light. A cushioned bench tucked under the eaves. A chair by the fire that feels like it’s waiting just for you. Whether you’re flipping through a novel, journaling your mountain memories, or pretending to read while secretly watching the alpenglow roll in—every good vacation deserves a cozy nook.

We’ve gathered six of our favorite corners from Moving Mountains homes—each with a personality as unique as the stories you’ll bring (or discover) while you're there.


A leather chair, a roaring fire, shelves of well-loved books—this nook at Summit at Shock Hill is basically begging for a good read and a glass of wine. With views out to the peaks and a bookcase complete with rolling ladder, it’s the kind of space that turns “just a chapter” into three. Whether you're sinking into a mystery or flipping through trail maps, this is where stories—and memories—unfold.


These chairs know what they’re doing. Perfectly placed to catch both sunlight and sweeping views of Steamboat Resort, this reading nook is made for slow mornings and good books. Whether it’s a page-turner or just your travel journal, everything reads better with a mountain backdrop like this at Orion Lodge.


Tucked just off the primary suite at See Me Lodge, this little hideaway feels like your own personal observatory—except instead of stars, you’re soaking in sky and big mountain views. With two leather chairs made for lingering and light pouring in from all sides, this nook is where books become impossible to put down—and quiet moments turn into your favorite part of the trip.


High above the buzz of the house at Epic Retreat, “The Hang” is your personal perch—two sculptural hanging chairs float in a light-filled loft designed for downtime. Whether it’s curling up with a book, sipping something warm, or just enjoying the stillness, this stylish nook brings a touch of whimsy and calm to your stay.


A front-row seat to the mountain. This comfy window nook at Starlight Ridge is made for quiet mornings with coffee and a view of the Stampede run, or winding down with a book as the last skiers carve past. Whether it’s snowy or sun-drenched, this perch wraps you in warmth and wonder.


Cozy up by the fire in this stunning mountain home. With rich wood walls, comfy chairs, and quiet moments like this, Alpine Grandeur is all about warmth and relaxation in style.


In every Moving Mountains home, you’ll find more than bedrooms and living rooms—you’ll find the little spaces that make you feel at home. A good nook is more than a place to sit. It’s a permission slip to slow down, breathe deep, and fully sink into the moment—with a good book in hand, of course.

What are you reading right now? We’d love to know. And if you need inspiration, check out our favorite ski-themed reads to bring the mountains to life—whether you’re on the slopes or curled up fireside.


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